Job Details
Lab Manager
Lab Manager
Position Information
Position Title: Lab Manager
Department: Department of Periodontics and Endodontics
Posting Link: <a href=""https://apptrkr.com/9896668"">https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/64986
Job Type: Full-Time
Posting Detail Information
Position Summary
The University at Buffalo, School of Dental Medicine, is seeking a highly organized and motivated Sr Research Support Specialist to join the Periodontics research laboratory in the Department of Periodontics and Endodontics. The laboratory studies exposures relate to oral and systemic outcomes, including animal studies and human translational research.
The Lab Manager will:
The Lab Manager will:
- Oversee day-to-day laboratory operations,
- coordinate research activities and data management,
- maintain regulatory and safety compliance,
- and supervise and train research staff and students.
Reporting to the Principal Investigator, Renato Casarin, the researcher will be central to keeping the lab's projects running smoothly, on schedule, and in compliance.
Learn more:
- Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
- Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.
About the University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America's leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.
As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in biology, biomedical sciences, public health, or a related science field.
- Experience working in a research laboratory or research program.
- Working knowledge of laboratory safety practices and ability to follow all Biosafety Level 2 (BSL-2) requirements.
- Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in a biomedical, oral health, public health, or related field.
- Three or more years of experience in research laboratory management, including purchasing, inventory, and equipment oversight.
- Experience with animal research, including mice and rats, and IACUC training.
- Experience with human subjects research, including IRB submissions, informed consent, and HIPAA-compliant data handling.
- Experience with biospecimen collection, processing, and storage (e.g., saliva, plaque, blood) and biorepository tracking.
- Experience with research data management systems such as REDCap, and basic data analysis (e.g., Excel, R, SPSS, or Stata).
- Prior experience supervising or training staff, students, or volunteers.
- CITI certification in human subjects research and Good Clinical Practice.
- Familiarity with oral health, dental, or epidemiological cohort research.
Physical Demands
Ability to stand for extended periods, perform repetitive bench tasks, and lift up to 25 lbs. Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment in a BSL-2 environment
Salary Range
$50,000 -- $60,000
Special Instructions Summary
Occasional early-morning, evening, or weekend hours may be required to accommodate participant visits and time-sensitive specimen processing.
This is a grant-funded position. Continued employment is contingent upon the availability of funding.
This is a grant-funded position. Continued employment is contingent upon the availability of funding.
Is a background check required for this posting?
Yes
Contact Information
Contact's Name: Renato Casarin
Contact's Pronouns:
Contact's Title: Assistant Professor, Dept of Periodontics and Endodontics
Contact's Email: renatoca@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: 716-829-2049
Posting Dates
Posted: 10/14/2026
Deadline for Applicants:
Date to be filled:
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